2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Bentley Continental GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Bentley Continental GT would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP) has 415 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 233 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Bentley | Volvo |
| Model | Continental GT | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
